Question

select the correct answer.
ted wants to hang a wall clock on the wall by using a string. if the mass of the wall clock is 0.250 kilograms, what should be the tension of the string so that it can sustain the weight of the wall clock?
a. 0.245 newtons
b. 2.45 newtons
c. 0 newtons
d. 4.90 newtons
e. 0.120 newtons

Explanation:

Step1: Recall Weight Formula

Weight \( W = mg \), where \( m = 0.250 \, \text{kg} \), \( g = 9.8 \, \text{m/s}^2 \).

Step2: Calculate Weight (Tension)

\( T = W = 0.250 \times 9.8 = 2.45 \, \text{N} \).

Answer:

B. 2.45 newtons